Accounting Technician – Hybrid (Atlanta)

About the role

The State of Georgia is seeking an Accounting Technician to join the Office of Budget and Finance in Atlanta. This hybrid position blends office work with remote tasks, supporting the agency’s financial operations and ensuring accurate accounts payable processing.

Key responsibilities

• Process purchase order invoices, direct pay requests, employee reimbursements and other accounts payable transactions in compliance with State Accounting Office (SAO) policies.
• Review invoices and payment requests received via the shared mailbox and SharePoint, verifying completeness and accuracy.
• Enter transactions into the agency’s financial management system within established timeframes.
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies by coordinating with Procurement, Budget, vendors and internal staff.
• Provide customer service and technical support to internal and external stakeholders, answering finance‑related inquiries.
• Assist with fiscal reporting, special projects and maintain the integrity of financial records.
• May act as a lead worker, offering guidance and training to assigned staff.

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional education or experience in accounting preferred.
• Ability to work Monday‑Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., under broad supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Required skills

• Experience with accounts payable processes.
• Proficiency in using SharePoint for document management.
• Familiarity with a financial management system and SAO accounting policies.

What we offer

• Competitive benefits package tailored to various career stages.
• Opportunity to impact the lives of over 10 million Georgia residents.
• Hybrid work arrangement with two to three days on‑site per week.